The CountryBallance confirms 60 job losses, end of manufacturing at Mount MaunganuiBallance will cease manufacturing in Mount Maunganui, cutting 60 jobs.05 Jun 11:28 PM
The CountryInter-island ferry sailings cancelled; heavy snow looms for South Island ahead of cold snapBoth the Interislander and Bluebridge ferry services have cancelled Cook Strait sailings.05 Jun 10:50 PM
LiveThe CountryHundreds without power across North Island, road snowfall warnings in South IslandMeanwhile, Fire and Emergency were called to 60 incidents in the upper north. 04 Jun 10:01 PM
The Country$250k boat and $16k catch seized on top of $13k fine for Gisborne fishing company and skipperThe company was fined $9000 on top of court costs, while its skipper was fined $4000.04 Jun 06:00 AM
The CountryWhy this winter will be warmer, wetter despite looming cold snapThis winter will be warmer than average, despite a cold snap this weekend.03 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryNZAS to ramp up production early as hydro storage improvesHigher lake levels mean the smelter can ramp up production earlier than expected. 02 Jun 10:40 PM
The CountryWarm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing tempsMetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.02 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursThis year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.01 Jun 05:05 PM
The CountryThe legacy of Rene Orchiston's flax collectionHarakeke holds significant cultural importance at Quaker Settlement30 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFarmers say 'don't toot your horns' this Moving DayPatience is key during New Zealand's bustling Moving Day.30 May 05:05 AM
The CountryBargaining over nature: Windfarm got go-ahead after increased funding offer to DoC Conservationist calls for transparency on $640,000 bittern protection fund.30 May 01:17 AM
The Country'Cat-shaped hole': Call to include feral cats in predator strategySome groups warned of the need to draw a clear line between feral and domestic cats.29 May 05:00 PM
The CountryNorthland Regional Council: Ratepayers not providing huge money needed for caulerpa fight The seaweed now covers about 280 rugby fields around 20 Bay of Islands locations.28 May 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryKiwi oat milk company lands major Australian supermarket dealFounder says the expansion across the Tasman is a significant milestone.27 May 05:00 PM
The CountryBay of Islands boat anchoring ban unlikely to expand despite caulerpa spreadBiosecurity NZ under pressure as invasive caulerpa expands.27 May 05:00 AM
The Country'Active weather coming': Heavy rain, wind forecast to sweep back across NZToday will offer a brief sunny and calm respite in a wild few days of weather.26 May 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryAn epic, wild 218 days: Meet the family of six who walked the length of NZAn inspiring, astonishing adventure, including being mistaken for missing Marokopa family.26 May 02:03 AM
The CountryHeavy rain moves north as wet weather system crosses New ZealandMetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for the middle of the country.25 May 07:00 PM
The Country'Strongest performers': Rural areas leading NZ's economic recoveryRural economies were buoyed by better prices for dairy, meat and horticulture exports.22 May 12:03 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: When farmers say ‘trust us’, should we believe them?OPINION: They once lauded the Tank process. Now it's here and real, suddenly they hate it.20 May 06:00 PM
The CountryNorthland divers start New Zealand-first elimination work on invasive seaweed'Time is of the essence in the fight against caulerpa.'20 May 05:00 PM
The Country'A real taste of winter': Sub-zero temps, bluebird days for south, rain in north clearsMetService says the rest of the week should be relatively settled. 18 May 09:35 PM
Rural Property‘Exciting for the country’: Why the rural property market is set for springSponsored content: PGG Wrightson's GM for Real Estate predicts good sales for spring.15 May 08:30 PM
The CountryWet, windy weather conditions forecast for South Island Heavy rain and strong wind watches have been issued for the west of the South Island.15 May 07:00 PM
OpinionJacqueline RowarthOpinion: Why mallard ducks are more than just a pretty nuisanceOpinion: A duck season drone raises questions on wildlife management and costs.14 May 05:00 PM
The CountryPerson seriously injured after bull attack at Canterbury farmA rescue helicopter and several Hato Hone St John staff are attending the scene in Oxford.14 May 04:54 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryInside Economics: What tariff truce means for NZ and why steak prices are risingLiam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.13 May 11:35 PM
The CountryFinance leaders celebrated: Major wins at Infinz AwardsInfinz Awards celebrate big winners in the finance industry.13 May 08:11 PM
The Country'Passionate hunters': Youth gear up for game bird adventuresYoung game bird hunters win a weekend of hunting experiences and skill-building.13 May 04:07 PM
The CountryA career in sheep dog trials - 40 years, 12 titlesTararua District farmer Bernard Arends had a big start to the sheep dog trials series.13 May 03:47 AM
The CountryFamily of 10-year-old killed in Mother's Day ATV crash speak of 'devastating loss'The schoolboy dreamed of one day stepping into the family thoroughbred business.13 May 02:08 AM
The CountryChickens spill ‘everywhere' after truck rolls outside ChristchurchEmergency services were called at 8.45am after reports of a single-vehicle crash.12 May 10:40 PM
The CountryWalnut growers get cracking at harvest timeThe walnut orchard in Lincoln spans 16 hectares and grows Rex and Meyric varieties.12 May 05:00 PM
The CountryWhich NZ winery came out on top in 2025's best of the year awards?A Central Otago winery took out top spot for the second year running.11 May 05:00 PM
